Essential Hose & Tool Management for Standpipe Ops The R&B Fabrications Milwaukee Strap Hose & Accessory Bag is the dedicated storage component of the "Milwaukee Strap" high-rise system. Built to withstand the brutal conditions of stairwell operations, this heavy-duty bag is specifically designed to hold 75 feet of attack hose plus the critical tools—nozzles, spanners, and adapters—required to make a successful standpipe connection.
Key Features
- High-Capacity Design: Engineered to hold 75 feet of 1½" or 1¾" hose along with essential flow hardware and hand tools.
- Molded "Tuff Bottom": Features a solid, virtually indestructible plastic base that protects the hose and tools from abrasion, water, and debris on the fire ground.
- Heavy-Duty Vinyl Construction: Made from 22 oz. reinforced vinyl with double-thickness layering on the inside, bottom, and ends for maximum durability.
- Integrated Drainage: Equipped with a brass grommet at the bottom to allow water to drain freely, preventing mold and mildew during storage.
- Secure Closure: A robust Velcro® strap keeps the top closed and contents secure during rapid movement or climbing.
- Enhanced Visibility: Integrated 2-inch reflective side trim ensures the bag is easily located in low-light or smoky stairwells.
- Transport Ready: Includes a 2-inch nylon webbing handle for hand carry and loops on each end to attach an optional shoulder strap (sold separately).
Why It Matters In high-rise firefighting, you cannot afford to leave tools behind. This bag solves the logistical challenge of carrying both hose and hardware. By consolidating your attack line with your standpipe kit (elbow, wrench, pressure gauge), it ensures that when you drop your pack at the landing, you have everything needed to initiate the attack immediately.
How to Use Pack your 75-foot hose section into the main compartment (accordion or horseshoe fold). Place your nozzle, spanner wrenches, and 45-degree elbow in the remaining space or on top of the hose. Secure the Velcro strap. Carry by the web handle or attach a shoulder strap to sling it for the climb.
Technical Overview The bag measures 17” L x 10” W x 12” H, offering a compact footprint that fits easily in engine compartments. The use of 22 oz. vinyl makes it impervious to most fluids and easy to wipe clean after calls.